Here's an older bulletin about starting problems. The 98 and 99s dont show "Start Error" in the instrument cluster, but just flicker the LED when authenticating the key.
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Originally Posted by www.startekinfo.com SUBJECT: DEALER TECHNICAL BULLETIN 11M/00
11M/00-2 GROUP 07 - M-CLASS MODELS WITH ENGINE M112 AND M113, STARTING INTERRUPTED BEFORE ENGINE CAN START-UP: The following procedure is recommended for complaints of engine not starting and RPM counter jumping briefly towards > 2000 when engine starting process is abandoned. No fault codes stored in ME control module.
Remove starter motor.
Apply a thin coating of grease (part no. 000 989 76 51) to the starter motor ring gear. Use only the grease specified and be sure not to apply too much grease which could adversely affect the signal pick-up of the L5 position sensor (also know as crankshaft position sensor, CPS).
Reinstall starter motor.
For warranty, please use Damage Code 03024 08.
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